Return of the Roar: DeMar DeRozan picked the Kings to win

Sep 12, 2024, 1:20 PM

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 09: DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls reacts against the New York Kn...

DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls reacts against the New York Knicks during the first half at the United Center on April 09, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

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BY BRENDEN NUNES

Sactown Sports writer

With the 2024-25 Sacramento Kings season growing near, the Return of the Roar podcast, hosted by Brenden Nunes and Frankie Cartoscelli, has kicked back off.

Today’s conversation revolved around DeMar DeRozan’s recent comments on his decision to join the Kings, whether to start Keon Ellis or Kevin Huerter, coaching changes, and more.

While many people quickly question why Malik Monk is not mentioned as part of the starting conversation, we addressed why we believe his skillset is best optimized coming off the bench. Plus, head coach Mike Brown has made it clear that he thinks he’s best off the bench.

Topics discussed included:

DeMar DeRozan says he picked the Sacramento Kings because he wants to win
Is the leaguewide perception of the Kings changing?
Should Kevin Huerter or Keon Ellis be the fifth starter?
Why Malik Monk is best optimized coming off the bench
Announced coaching changes and new additions
Key offseason additions and what they could bring to the 2024-25 team (Jordan McLaughlin, Jalen McDaniels, Orlando Robinson, Boogie Ellis, Terry Taylor, Skal Labissiere, and more)

The Return of the Roar podcast above contains all that and plenty more conversation. Be sure to subscribe on YouTube or any audio listening platform, where the show is available.

When is the next Sacramento Kings offseason date of interest?

Now that we know when the Kings will suit up for their season-opener, we can look forward to October 24th for the Beam Team’s season-opening matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Training camps will begin at the end of September, meaning there could still be a move or two up general manager Monte McNair’s sleeve to round out Sacramento’s roster before players report to Golden 1 Center.

Be sure to stay locked into Sactown Sports for all of your Sacramento Kings news on player signings, trades, game recaps, and more for the upcoming season.